The first Christmas without a loved one can feel unlike any other. Whether it’s the first Christmas without your mom, dad, spouse, or another close family member or friend, this season—once filled with joy and togetherness—can now bring deep feelings of loss and longing. While there’s no easy way through it, there are ways to… Continue reading The First Christmas Without a Loved One: 7 Ways to Find Strength and Comfort
Topic: Assisted Living
Tips for Talking About Moving Into Assisted Living
Talking with senior parents about the moving into Assisted Living often presents new communication challenges. Many seniors fear the idea of moving and may initially consider home care instead. However, home care can often become more expensive over time, especially as care needs increase. In contrast, a senior living community offers consistent support, social connection,… Continue reading Tips for Talking About Moving Into Assisted Living
The Ultimate Assisted Living Guide: What You Can Expect in Assisted Living
Assisted Living is a type of senior living community that is designed for older adults who want to maintain their independence while receiving support with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and medication management. This Assisted Living guide will help you and your family understand what to expect from these communities,… Continue reading The Ultimate Assisted Living Guide: What You Can Expect in Assisted Living
What Should I Bring to Assisted Living? A Simple Guide
Moving to Assisted Living is a big decision—one that can feel both emotional and exciting. As you or a loved one prepares for this new chapter, one of the most common questions is: What should I bring to Assisted Living? Packing for Assisted Living is different from preparing for a vacation or a move to… Continue reading What Should I Bring to Assisted Living? A Simple Guide
Philip and Hank Interview – Talk of the Commonwealth
Check out our latest interview with Hank Stolz on Talk of the Commonwealth! Hank interviews our new President and CEO Philip Hickey. To learn more about Philip, his background and why Notre Dame Health Care was a good next step for him, listen to their interview here.
What Are the Different Types of Nursing Home Care?
As our loved ones age, there often comes a time when additional care and support are needed to ensure their well-being and quality of life. Nursing home care offers a range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of seniors, from specialized medical assistance to personalized memory care. Understanding the different types of nursing… Continue reading What Are the Different Types of Nursing Home Care?
Advice for When Your Elderly Parent Refuses To Move
Having an aging parent who refuses to move can be challenging and sensitive. It’s important to realize, however, that this is a common occurrence many families of older adults face. In fact, 88% of older adults, ages 50 to 80, want to remain at home as long as possible. Unfortunately, most don’t consider what aging… Continue reading Advice for When Your Elderly Parent Refuses To Move
Memory Care – A Podcast
Check out our latest podcast with Hank Stolz at Radio Worcester! Judith Fowler, Memory Care Director for du Lac Assisted Living, talks about the specialized and loving care provided those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia. Judy tells us that recognizing that our loved ones want the same daily routine and engagement that… Continue reading Memory Care – A Podcast
Is Caring for a Loved One Causing Burnout?
When you’re caring for a loved one, you’re devoting nearly all of your time to making sure they’re healthy, happy, and loved. You’re taking your loved one to appointments, doing their cooking and cleaning, and providing companionship day in and day out. This immense responsibility is often done with minimal assistance. Caregiving is a selfless… Continue reading Is Caring for a Loved One Causing Burnout?
Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cover Assisted Living?
Getting older often means needing a bit more help, and fortunately, plenty of caring, compassionate resources are available to assist. One notable resource is available at Notre Dame du Lac Assisted Living Residence: Assisted Living. As seniors begin to plan for their future, they may need some assistance covering the monthly rate for Assisted Living.… Continue reading Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cover Assisted Living?